Posts From Havard Bergo
New leader, new tactics for Quebec’s Parti Québécois
The election of Jean Francois Lisée is bringing about a change of tactics for the separatist Parti Quebecois (PQ).
Long live the King: What’s next for Thailand after Bhumibol’s death?
The death of the beloved king will finally put to the test the ability of the unpopular crown prince to carry forward the role of the monarchy in Thailand.
2015 Mo Ibrahim Index sees stagnating governance progress in Africa
The 2015 Mo Ibrahim Index shows a stagnation in governance progress in Africa, with more than a third of the countries having experienced a reversal since 2011. CAR, Mali and
Economic integration in East Africa will prove challenging
Several recent trade wars between Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda emphasize some of the key challenges faced by the East African Community for a successful economic integration. The drive for political
Has foreign aid led to economic growth in Uganda?
Uganda’s impressive economic growth has led to a significant poverty reduction over the last two decades, while the country has, at the same time, been amongst the world’s top aid
Can Uganda escape the natural resource curse?
Uganda is standing at a crossroads: exploration of its significant oil reserves is due to start in 2017 and is expected to generate huge revenues and foreign investments. Can Uganda
South Sudan faces impending economic collapse
Oil production has been slashed and oil revenues hurt by falling prices, depriving the government in Juba of most of the money it desperately needs. The UN warns that South
Nordic Defense Cooperation to counter Russian threat
The five Nordic defense ministers announced last week the beginning of extensive military cooperation between their countries, arguing that Russia is currently the biggest threat to European security. In a declaration published
Sweden-Saudi Arabia diplomatic row intensifies
Saudi Arabia reacted sharply after Sweden’s foreign minister criticised the imprisonment of activist Raif Badawi and the overall human rights situation in the country. Riyadh withdrew its ambassador and cancelled
Norway still optimistic over Arctic oil
The drastic fall in oil prices has made petroleum explorations in the Barents Sea seemingly unprofitable. Yet, despite severe economic, technological and environmental concerns, the Norwegian government pushes for increased activities,
